Hirofumi Kawaguchi, who developed Maruyasu Yougasa's "silent umbrella," is seen in this photo provided by the company. OSAKA -- Japan's rainy season ... two-layer idea, drawing on laundry nets ...

They're either selling something or not very bright.” Playwright Robert Cooperman, whose work AN UMBRELLA ON A RAINY, RAINY DAY will make its debuting run 7 p.m. Aug. 21-23 at the Abbey Theater ...

The Abbey Theater of Dublin will present the world premiere production of "An Umbrella on a Rainy, Rainy Day," written by local Playwright Robert Cooperman. Performances take place Aug. 22-24 at 7 ...